When We Were Young
When We Were Young

Brett Dennen - When We Were Young Lyrics

Singer/Songwriter
Oct 22, 2013
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When We Were Young Lyrics

Remember when we were young
We felt like the luckiest ones
Nothing to worry about
The whole world was a hand-me-down

It's hard to be different
It's even harder when you wanna fit in
High school was a catastrophe
It was a failure factory

Turn it up, turn it up
Turn up your radio loud
Don't forget where you come from
It's too soon to be proud

Remember when
We... were... young
Remember when
We... were... young

Remember when we were broke
Money would come and go
The whole world is a hand-me-down
So you gotta where it proud

Whenever I reminisce
I know that the greatest risk
Is giving up the fun for pay
I don't want to live that way

Oh tear it up, tear it up
Tear up that page
I don't wanna grow up
I don't wanna act my age

Remember when, we were young

Turn it up, turn it up
Turn up your radio loud
Don't forget where you come from
It's too soon to be proud

Remember when, we were young

Remember when, we were young

Ohhhhhh
Ohhhhh oh oh ohhhhh-oh
Oh oh oh oh oooohhh
Oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh ohhhhh

Ohhhhhh
Ohhhhh oh oh ohhhhh-oh
Oh oh oh oh oooohhh
Oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh ohhhhh

How will I know if I don't ask why
I won't let it pass me by
I see my life in a faded sky
Slippin away, ayyyy ayyyyyy

Tear it up, tear it up
Tear out that page
I don't wanna grow up
Don't wanna act my age

Remember when, we were young

Turn it up, turn it up
Turn up your radio loud
Don't forget where you come from
It's too soon to be proud

Remember when, we were young
Remember when, we were young

Writer(s): BRETT DENNEN
Copyright(s): Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who is Brett Dennen?

    Brett Dennen is an American folk/pop singer-songwriter from Central California. He grew up in Central Valley, California, and was homeschooled. He has released several albums, with his seventh studio album, 'See the World,' released in July 2021.

  2. Where did Brett Dennen learn to play the guitar?

    Brett Dennen learned to play the guitar while attending Camp Jack Hazard, a residential summer camp in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. His camp counselors played music by artists like Neil Young, John Denver, and Joni Mitchell, which influenced him.

  3. What are some of Brett Dennen's musical influences?

    Brett Dennen counts songwriters like Paul Simon, Cat Stevens, and Van Morrison among his biggest influences. Some of his favorite albums include Paul Simon's 'Graceland,' Tom Petty's 'Wildflowers,' and Van Morrison's 'Veedon Fleece.'

  4. Which album is the song 'When We Were Young' from?

    The song 'When We Were Young' is featured in Brett Dennen's discography and was performed during his appearance on 'Live From Daryl's House.'

  5. What themes are explored in 'When We Were Young'?

    'When We Were Young' explores themes of nostalgia, youth, and the carefree times of being young. The lyrics reflect on past experiences and the desire to hold onto that youthful spirit.

  6. What other notable songs has Brett Dennen released?

    Some notable songs by Brett Dennen include 'Ain't No Reason,' 'She's Mine,' 'Darlin' Do Not Fear,' 'Wild Child,' and 'Already Gone.' His music has been featured in films and TV shows like 'Grey's Anatomy,' 'Parenthood,' and 'According to Greta.'

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